Arena District Travel Guide

Columbus

This arch is all that remains of Columbus Grand Union Station, the city's third and final train station. Built in 1897 and designed by Daniel H. Burnham and Company of Chicago, the train station was located in the current footprint of the Greater Columbus Convention Center. On October 22, 1976, demolition began despite having been listed on the National Register of Historic Places two years earlier. A restraining order federal judge George Smith halted demolition, but it was too late and only one arch of the ornate structure was saved. In 1999, the arch in its entirety was slowing inched over several blocks to its current location at Dimon McPherson Commons in the Arena District. #architecture
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Downtown Columbus showing theater scenes and signage

Popular places to visit

Nationwide Arena

Nationwide Arena

Catch an event at Nationwide Arena during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Nationwide Arena
Huntington Park, the 10,000 seat home of the Cleveland Indians' Triple-A affiliate Columbus Clippers opened in 2009. In 204, for the fourth time in the six years that it has been in operation, it has been named Ballpark of the Year by BaseballStadiumReviews.com #architecture

Huntington Park

Catch an event at Huntington Park during your trip to Columbus. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Huntington Park
The Cheese Shop is just one of about 30 food counters in the North Market. After picking out a few cheeses, stop by the bakery to pair them with some fresh bread.

North Market

During your visit to Columbus, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at North Market. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

North Market
This arch is all that remains of Columbus Grand Union Station, the city's third and final train station. Built in 1897 and designed by Daniel H. Burnham and Company of Chicago, the train station was located in the current footprint of the Greater Columbus Convention Center. On October 22, 1976, demolition began despite having been listed on the National Register of Historic Places two years earlier. A restraining order federal judge George Smith halted demolition, but it was too late and only one arch of the ornate structure was saved. In 1999, the arch in its entirety was slowing inched over several blocks to its current location at Dimon McPherson Commons in the Arena District. #architecture

McFerson Commons

McFerson Commons is just one of the places to see in Columbus, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

McFerson Commons
Ohio State House aerial at sunrise with Huntington Center and Vern Riffe State Office Tower

Ohio State University

Explore the campus of Ohio State University, a top university in Columbus. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.

Ohio State University
Easton Town Center

Easton Town Center

During your visit to Columbus, you can enjoy retail therapy at Easton Town Center. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.

Easton Town Center

Things to do

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass

Rp925.320
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Columbus: Multiple Attractions Pass
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena

Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena

Rp880.526
per adult
Columbus Blue Jackets Ice Hockey Game at Nationwide Arena
Special Ops: Mysterious Market

The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus

Rp705.094
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
The Escape Game at Easton Town Center in Columbus
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Top hotels in Arena District

Hilton Columbus Downtown

Hilton Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
402 North High Street Columbus OH
The price is Rp2.756.600 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
Rp2.756.600
Rp3.252.788 total
4 Apr - 5 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 6 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,472 reviews)
Very clean and beds were super comfortable, got in very late they brought us water to our room and valet parking was top notch!

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Hilton Columbus Downtown
AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
517 PARK ST Columbus OH
The price is Rp2.483.271 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
Rp2.483.271
Rp2.959.564 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (440 reviews)
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Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Columbus Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown

2.5 out of 5
501 N High St Columbus OH
The price is Rp2.653.384 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
Rp2.653.384
Rp3.130.949 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
The bad part about the stay was a smoke alarm a fire alarm going off at 6 o’clock in the morning throughout the whole entire hotel and beeping and buzzing for the next four hours with a lot of alarms in blinking lights that was the bad part about the stay and have to go outside while the fire department ...

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Columbus-Downtown
Sonesta Columbus Downtown

Sonesta Columbus Downtown

4 out of 5
33 E Nationwide Blvd Columbus OH
The price is Rp2.229.876 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
Rp2.229.876
Rp3.029.927 total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,590 reviews)
Did not honor cancellation

Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Sonesta Columbus Downtown
Wyndham Columbus

Wyndham Columbus

2.5 out of 5
175 Hutchinson Ave Columbus OH
The price is Rp1.030.473 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
Rp1.030.473
Rp1.215.959 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free parking, room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Wyndham Columbus
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport

3 out of 5
4300 International Gateway Columbus OH
The price is Rp1.852.317 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
Rp1.852.317
Rp2.185.733 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Columbus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Shuttle was great, timely and staff very kind and helpful.

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Columbus Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Arena District

Santa Maria which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

Downtown Columbus

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

The ample dining options and great live music are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Columbus. A stop by Nationwide Arena or North Market might round out your trip.

Downtown Columbus
Obligatory pic of the holiday lights at the Columbus Commons.

Uptown District

If you're spending some time in Uptown District, Palace Theatre and Capitol Square are top sights worth seeing.

Uptown District
Columbus is a City in central Ohio

Short North

Short North is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by North Market and Jazz Arts Group while in the area.

Short North
#hometown pride in our beautiful #gardens #details

Victorian Village

Victorian Village is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, North Market and Arnold Schwarzenegger Statue are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Victorian Village
Italian Village

Italian Village

Visitors to Italian Village like its restaurants and architecture, and Jazz Arts Group is a sight worth a stop.

Italian Village
Schiller Park showing a pond, autumn leaves and a park

German Village

You'll enjoy the restaurants and churches in German Village. You might want to make time for a stop at Schwartz Castle or Muse Gallery.

German Village

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